Chief Executive Officer
Welcome Churches
Chief Executive Officer
LOCATION: This role will be a hybrid role, with a requirement to travel to one of our regional offices twice a month (Bedford or Nottingham)
HOURS: Negotiable, 3 - 5 days per week
SALARY: £46k - £50k pro rata depending on experience, plus 5% pension contribution
CONTRACT: Permanent
We are seeking a visionary and inspiring leader to guide our organisation into the future.
Welcome Churches is the largest organisation in the UK Church helping the Church engage with the increasingly pressing topic of refugees. We equip and support churches as they welcome refugees and people seeking asylum in their communities. Together, we work towards our vision to ensure no refugee is alone.
We are seeking an exceptional new team leader with a passion to help churches support refugees and asylum seekers and an integrated approach to faith and leadership. There is an occupational requirement for the CEO to be a practising Christian.
About the role:
As CEO, you will be responsible for leading and developing our organisation, ensuring its strategic direction and financial sustainability. You will work closely with our Board of Trustees, staff, volunteers, and partners to achieve our mission of creating a more welcoming society.
Key responsibilities:
- Strategic leadership: Develop and implement a clear strategic vision for the organisation, aligning with our mission and values
- Financial management: Oversee the financial health of the organisation, ensuring sound financial planning and budgeting
- Team leadership: Lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing team, fostering a positive and inclusive culture
- Fundraising and partnerships: Build and maintain strong relationships with donors, funders, and partners to secure sustainable funding
- External relations: Represent the organization at a strategic level, engaging with government, media, and other key stakeholders
- Innovation and growth: Drive innovation and growth, exploring new opportunities to expand our impact and reach
Ideal Candidate:
- Passionate about the mission of Welcome Churches and committed to social justice
- Proven leadership experience in the charity or non-profit sector
- Strong strategic thinking and planning skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proven fundraising and partnership development experience
- A collaborative and inclusive leadership style
To Apply:
Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to tim.leese@welcomechurches.org by 9am 3rd February. We would welcome requests for an informal chat with our Chair Marion Knell.
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly those with experience of seeking sanctuary or migration.
